research excellence | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 2

University of Edinburgh, PhD Scholarship in Engineering Sciences 2011 in UK

A PhD studentship is now available in the Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics research group (AFM), School of Engineering Sciences (SES fully covering University tuition fees (at EU/UK level**) and provides a tax-free bursary of £13,600 per year, rising October each year in line with the UK Government (EPSRC) recommended rate, for a 3-year duration.

This position is available to EU/UK applicants only, unless additional scholarships are obtained by the student to cover the overseas fees difference (i.e. £12000 in 2010/11).
This project is designed to shed more light on the receptivity stage of transition to turbulence, i.e. the stage when disturbances first enter the boundary layer.
A direct numerical simulation (DNS) code is to be used to study the flow over surface obstacles (micro-roughness elements) in the presence of free stream turbulence and acoustic waves. The objective is to map out the sensitivity of boundary layer transition to the disturbance environment and hence to help understand experimental measurements.

The context for the present project is the EU ATLLAS project in which measurements of transition in high speed flow will be compared with numerical predictions. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in regular progress meetings and present results at international conferences.

The School of Engineering Sciences at the University of Southampton has an international reputation for research excellence. In the 2008 UK Research Assessment Exercise, the School (in collaboration with the Institute of Sound & Vibration Research) ranked second in the total number of Unit 28 academics whose research was deemed world leading or internationally excellent.

The School is a diverse community which is committed to creating an inclusive working and learning environment in which all individuals are equally treated and valued, and can achieve their potential. The School considers all studentship applications in relation to academic criteria and regardless of the individual’s race, nationality, gender, or belief.

Candidates will have a first class degree (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines, and will work with a group of highly motivated, first class research students. The studentship is at the standard EPSRC rate (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council), commencing as soon as possible.

If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Professor Neil Sandham, AFM research group, Email: n.sandham@soton.ac.uk , Tel: +44 (0) 2380 594872
An on-line application form (or hard copy version) with guidance notes can be accessed here:
Please read the notes carefully before applying. Applications will only be considered on receipt of a completed application form. You can attach supporting documents to the on-line application, but please also email them to Julia Zimbler jfz@soton.ac.uk ccing: n.sandham@soton.ac.uk (or fax/post if you are unable to send them electronically): Julia Zimbler, Postgraduate Admissions, Graduate School Office, School of Engineering Sciences, Room 4009, Lanchester Building, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK. Fax: +44 (0) 2380 59 5167.

Please ensure you include a personal statement in your application, stating why you particularly want to do a PhD, why you think you are suited to a research degree and what particularly attracts you to this project.

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European Union Research Excellence Scholarship in University of Nottingham, UK

Do You Want To Be Part Of A World-Leading Community?  40 Full Tuition Fee Scholarships, Each Including A £6,000 Per Annum Bursary .You Can Apply For This Scholarship If You
Are Classed As A European Union (Non Uk) Student For Fee Purposes and already Hold An Offer To Start A Full-Time Research Degree Programme (PhD Or Mphil) At Nottingham In September 2011 – Any Subject Area

Scholarship Application Deadline: 11th March 2011

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A Macquarie University Research Excellence PhD scholarship, Australia: Modern history, ploitics, international relations

A Macquarie University Research Excellence PhD scholarship is available in the Department of Modern History, Politics and International Relations to work with Associate Professor Robert Reynolds. Reynolds is a recently appointed member of one of Macquarie University’s Concentrations of Research Excellence – Social, Cultural and Political Change. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue a PhD within this broad research framework (although Associate Professor Reynolds has particular expertise in the following areas of late 20th century Australian history: gay and lesbian history; the history of HIV/AIDS; trauma and the history of emotion; and an emergent interest in adoption and family history). Research topics in late 20th century American and British history will also be considered.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 January 2011

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